
Frequently Asked Questions:
Factoring and A / R (Accounts Receivables) Financing and Selling
your Business Note
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Factoring and A / R Financing |
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Why would a company sell their receivables?
Companies that encounter a recurring cash flow problem often
can't afford to have cash tied up in receivables for 30 - 60 -
90 days. They need consistent cash flows to meet the immediate
present financial demands of their business and continue
growing. |
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Is Factoring a type of loan?
No. Factoring is defined as the purchase of a company's
receivables as opposed to a loan using the receivables as
collateral. |
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Can we qualify if we have a bad credit history or are
just starting in business with no credit history?
Yes, the background of the company in need of cash is of little
importance. It is the creditworthiness of the company's customer
that really matters. As long as the customers are going to pay
their invoices, the factoring transaction can be completed. |
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Can I factor my A/R if my company already has a loan or
line of credit with a bank?
Sometimes. We have funding programs and agreements that can
compliment and work with your existing lenders to enable you
access to larger amounts of funding. |
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What is the minimum amount of A/R invoices I can sell?
There are no minimums. You can stop after one month, or continue
for many years, whatever your business needs to grow. |
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How quickly do I get the funding?
Upon receipt of a completed client application packet, it takes
approximately 3 - 5 business days to process. After this initial
set-up, fundings will usually be done in 24 - 48 hours. |
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How are the fees for factoring services determined?
Fees vary from company to company. They are determined by a
combination of your customer's creditworthiness, average payment
cycle, invoice size and factoring volume. Industry fees average
from 2.5 to 4 % of the invoice amount for 30 days, although CFS
is very unique as we work with a 5 day fee structure, greatly
reducing the "actual" fees incurred. The fee for services is not
paid until collection of the invoice. You will be given a free
quote as to your fee structure after submitting an application.
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What will my customers think? |
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The process of selling a note or income stream has been around
for centuries. If you have ever owned a home, you probably were
notified at some time to make payments to another mortgage
company. It's the same process. In actuality, your customers
should recognize the fact that you make good business decisions
in obtaining the money owed to you immediately, and making the
best use of that money rather than waiting months. Taking
advantage of immediate collection is not a negative action, but
rather, good business sense. Since the turn-around time to
obtain your cash is quick, it clearly enhances cash flow and the
bottom line of any corporation that utilizes this profit tool
and enhances their ability to serve their customer's
effectively. |
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How does the funding process work?
There are 7 simple steps:
1. Submit a simplified client application and aging report.
2. A proposal or verbal quote of your discount fee structure and
advance rate is prepared for your review (quote turnaround time
is less than 24 hours)
3. If you wish to proceed, agreements are emailed to be
finalized.
4. Due diligence searches are performed (2 - 4 working days).
Once these searches are completed, funding can begin
immediately.
5. A copy of your invoice(s) for products or services rendered
is faxed.
6. Invoice is verified and funds are advanced (usually in
hours).
7. When the invoice is paid, the balance of funds are remitted
to you less any fees accrued. |
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How do I get started?
Call us at (877) 545-1311 or (954) 525-1311
View and print our Factoring Application Form:
Click for Adobe pdf version:
Factoring Application
Click for Microsoft Word Version:
Factoring Application |
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Selling Your Business Note |
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What is my note worth?
The value of a note is established by a number of factors,
including the dollar amount being sold, the amount of cash
down-payment, type of business sold, hard assets in the
business, the buyers previous experience in the business
purchased, "seasoning" (how long the payor has been making
payments) and creditworthiness of payor. |
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Can I sell only a portion of my note?
Yes. Several different programs are available to pull capital
out of the note. Actually, you will receive more cash for
selling only a partial portion of your note, as opposed to a
full liquidation which has a higher discount rate in the
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How long will it take to get my money?
Generally, after we have received the necessary documents and
information, it takes only 10 working days to process and record
the documentation and complete the sale. |
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Will selling my note have any effect on the person paying me?
No. All terms and conditions set forth in the original note
remain in force. The only change will be to whom and where
future payments are sent. |
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How do I get started?
Call us at (877) 545-1311 or (954) 525-1311 |
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